New Year’s (College) Resolutions

By Erika Norton – StepUp Scholars Program Manager – 1.3.2019

Have you already set your New Year’s Resolutions? If not, it’s never too late to set goals for yourself (especially when it comes to your education and future). It might be hard to know where to get started, but we’ve simplified it down into five easy steps…

1. Set your goal.

Your resolution might be to improve a trait or behavior, get a 4.0 GPA, make the basketball team, get a scholarship or apply for college. Whatever your goal make sure that it is meaningful for you.

3. Take action.

After setting a goal and making the plan comes the hardest part—achieving that goal. What works best for me is to give myself deadlines. If I have to accomplish a goal by a specific time it keeps me focused and on target.

4. Keep yourself accountable.

“Accountability is the glue that ties commitment to results.” Sharing your goal with friends, family, teachers, or on social media lets others know that you are serious about achieving your resolution and their encouragement can push you to accomplish your goal. If you needs some additional encouragement, ask someone to check in with you periodically to see how you’re coming along with your goal.

5. Celebrate your successes.

Congrats! You have achieved your goal. Don’t forget to celebrate and give yourself credit for all of the hard work and dedication that you have put in to achieving your goals.

What resolutions have you set? Share with us what goals you have set on any of our social media channels: Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter, using the hashtag #StepUpResolutions